North Side Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A bridge with illuminated lights reflecting on the water, a city skyline in the background, and a smokestack emitting smoke.
A baseball stadium with a city skyline and a bridge in the background.
A baseball stadium with a large crowd, a scoreboard, and advertisements.
A park with a monument, blooming trees, and a grassy path.
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Stay near popular North Side attractions

A stadium with a unique roof structure, a large Heinz sign, and a body of water in the foreground.

Acrisure Stadium

9.2/10 (3,391 reviews)
Giant ketchup bottles tilt onto the scoreboard to celebrate touchdowns in this innovative riverside football arena at the heart of Pittsburgh sports.
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Activities

Picture 4 for Activity Pittsburgh: Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket

Pittsburgh: Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket

NZ$51
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Pittsburgh: Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket
Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh

Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh

NZ$57
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Best of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh
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Pittsburgh: Best of the Burgh History and Architecture Tour

NZ$57
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pittsburgh: Best of the Burgh History and Architecture Tour
Pittsburgh: Pasta Making Class With Local Chef

Pittsburgh: Pasta Making Class With Local Chef

NZ$131
per adult
Pittsburgh: Pasta Making Class With Local Chef
McLaughlin Distillery: Tour, Taste, and Discover Our Craft!

McLaughlin Distillery: Tour, Taste, and Discover Our Craft!

NZ$17
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
McLaughlin Distillery: Tour, Taste, and Discover Our Craft!
Turkish Mosaic Art Workshop in Pittsburgh

Turkish Mosaic Art Workshop in Pittsburgh

NZ$138
per adult
Turkish Mosaic Art Workshop in Pittsburgh
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Our pick of the best North Side Hotel Deals

The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino

The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino

2 out of 5
757 Casino Dr Pittsburgh PA
The price is NZ$272 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$272
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Acrisure Stadium and PNC Park are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,381 reviews)
"Such a great experience!!! Very beautiful hotel, huge room with balcony/patio. My family had a wonderful time. Staff super nice and helpful!"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino
Hyatt Place Pittsburgh-North Shore

Hyatt Place Pittsburgh-North Shore

3 out of 5
260 North Shore Drive Pittsburgh PA
The price is NZ$239 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
NZ$239
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,274 reviews)
"Great staff, super friendly and very helpful"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Hyatt Place Pittsburgh-North Shore
Springhill Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh North Shore

Springhill Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh North Shore

3 out of 5
223 Federal St Pittsburgh PA
The price is NZ$207 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
NZ$207
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"We stayed here a few years ago and didn’t have any complaints. However, this past weekends stay wasn’t as good. The customer service was lacking, the rooms/bathroom really need an upgrade for the price you’re spending for a gameday weekend."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Springhill Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh North Shore
Comfort Inn & Suites Pittsburgh Fox Chapel

Comfort Inn & Suites Pittsburgh Fox Chapel

2.5 out of 5
180 Gamma Drive Pittsburgh PA
The price is NZ$168 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
NZ$168
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
5.6/10 (1,034 reviews)
"This hotel was one of the nasty place I stayed in. first of all it smelled horrible, I had to go out to buy air spray to freshen it up a little. The tub was so dirty I could not take a shower and it has a slow drain that cause a ring around the tub, my husband use it but had to wash his feet after ..."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Comfort Inn & Suites Pittsburgh Fox Chapel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Pittsburgh North Shore by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Pittsburgh North Shore by IHG

2.5 out of 5
228 Federal St Pittsburgh PA
The price is NZ$225 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$225
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Pittsburgh North Shore by IHG
Comfort Inn & Suites Pittsburgh-Northshore

Comfort Inn & Suites Pittsburgh-Northshore

4 out of 5
820 EAST OHIO STREET Pittsburgh PA
The price is NZ$201 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
NZ$201
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Comfort Inn & Suites Pittsburgh-Northshore
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Our guide on where to stay in North Side

Find the best North Side areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Pittsburgh

Abundant dining options, interesting museums and live music are just a few top things to explore in Downtown Pittsburgh. A visit to PPG Paints Arena or Benedum Center might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Wood Street Station or Steel Plaza Station to get around town.

A city skyline at dusk with illuminated buildings, a prominent bridge, and a river.
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North Shore

Visitors often come to North Shore for its stunning river views, but many stay to explore sights like PNC Park and Acrisure Stadium. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at North Side Station.

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Oakland

Oakland is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Petersen Events Center and Carnegie Museum of Natural History while in the area.

A vintage Heinz food truck with large white wheels and red branding, displayed indoors with brick walls and windows in the background.

Strip District

Strip District is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to The Terminal or Senator John Heinz Regional History Centre.

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Shadyside

Unique features of Shadyside include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Walnut Street or Gallerie CHIZ while you're exploring the area.

North Side Travel Guide

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